About National Museum Zurich
The National Museum Zurich (Landesmuseum Zurich) displays some one million exhibits relating to Swiss history and culture. From ancient artefacts to medieval costume and modern furniture, the National Museum Zurich covers a diverse range of subjects and periods, from the prehistoric to present day.
Amongst other things at the National Museum Zurich, there’s an impressive display of Swiss handicrafts, a variety of historic religious items and weapons from the old Zurich Armoury.
Together with the Castle of Prangins and the Forum of Swiss History Schwyz, the National Museum Zurich forms part of the Swiss National Museum.
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Chateau de Prangins
Chateau de Prangins is an 18th century French style castle and home to one of the branches of the Swiss National Museum.
Roman mosaics
Vindonissa
Einsiedeln Abbey
Fort Vallorbe
Bex Salt Mines
Peterskirche – Zurich
Fraumunster
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National Museum Zurich
